Cybersecurity Analyst Critical Assets & Incident Response CERT Levels 3-5
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Job Title : Cybersecurity Analyst Critical Assets & Incident Response CERT Levels 3-5
Salary Range : Level 3 : $95,929 - $127,050
Level 4 : $102,760 - $139,755
Level 5 : $114,537 - $153,731
POINTS : Level 3 - 393
Level 4 - 451
Level 5 – 551
DEPT / DIV : MTA Information Technology / Office of IT CyberSecurity Services
SUPERVISOR
Cyber Security Officer, Monitoring
LOCATION : 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004
HOURS : 9 : 00 am -5 : 30 pm (7.5 hours / day or as required)
This position is eligible for telework, which is currently 2 days per week.
Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide critical technical expertise in the detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity events. Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for early and accurate detection, prevention, response, containment, and guidance to remediation of threats directed against the MTA on a 24 / 7 basis.
Desired Skills :
- Experience with configuring and troubleshooting PLC, RTU, or HMI in industrial environments.
- Understanding and experience with various types of OT networking protocols, Modbus, Profibus, OPC, etc.
- Develop / review specification for PTC systems.
- Implement secure configurations and monitor Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems used in rail control.
- Use purpose-built firewalls for protecting railway signaling and communication systems.
Responsibilities :
Researching emerging threats and vulnerabilities to aid in the identification of network incidents, and supports the creation of new architecture, policies, standards, and guidance to address themProvide incident response support, including mitigating actions to contain activity and facilitating forensics analysis when necessaryConducts security monitoring and intrusion detection analysis using various technology and analytic tools.Correlates events and activities across systems to identify trends of unauthorized useReviews alerts and data from sensors and documents formal, technical incident reportsTest new systems and manage cybersecurity risks and remediation through analysisResponds to computer security incidents according to the computer security incident response policy and proceduresProvides technical guidance to first responders for handling information security incidentsProvides timely and relevant updates to appropriate stakeholders and decision makersCommunicates investigation findings to relevant business units to help improve the information security postureValidates and maintains incident response plans and processes to address potential threatsCompiles and analyzes data for management reporting and metricsMonitors relevant information sources to stay up to date on current attacks and trendsAnalyzes the potential impact of new threats and communicates risks back to detection engineering functionsPerforms root-cause analysis to document findings and participate in root-cause elimination activities as requiredWorks with data sets to identify patternsUnderstands data automation and analysis techniquesUses judgment to form conclusions that may challenge conventional wisdomHypothesizes new threats and indicators of compromiseMonitors threat intelligence feeds to identify a range of threats, including indicators of compromise and advanced persistent threats (APTs)Identifies the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of potential threats through the MITRE ATT&CK or similar frameworksParticipate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures) under the direction of the IT Security Manager, where appropriate.Perform Contract management and supply management functions appropriate to reduce security risksLevel 3
Provides proactive monitoring and analysis for a domain of cybersecurity to ensure the system's security baseline targets are met.Implements changes to one or more cybersecurity related domain technologies, executing tests and reporting on security baselines, violations / anomalies, to meet requested needs.Troubleshoot and investigate cybersecurity incidents and issues by analyzing a chain of events and applying technical knowledge following established procedures and standards to resolve immediate customer needs.Maintains and updates existing documentation and standard operating procedures to ensure accurate and timely information is available for assigned systems.Works with more experienced colleagues and other IT technical resources to improve coordination of cybersecurity requirements and analyze issues as they ariseParticipate in the evaluation of new products and technologies, under the direction and guidance of senior colleagues, relevant to the assigned cybersecurity area to enhance cybersecurity posture and reduce risk to the MTA while achieving objectives.Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.Observing the work performed by the contractor.Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work meets contractual standards.Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible.Escalating issues to other parties as needed.Level 4
Same As Level 3 With The Following Additional Qualifications :
Executes the defined product lifecycle, manages the product lifecycle for a component of the infrastructure, proposes changes for implementation, gathers data and analyzes capacity and performance to assure operational availability.Analyzes the current state of the infrastructure and identifies opportunities for improvement to ensure systems meet business needs.Provides ongoing support and troubleshooting for installed technical solutions by analyzing a chain of events and applying technical knowledge, following established procedures and standards to resolve immediate customer needs.Investigates, evaluates, and tests new products and technologies relevant to assigned infrastructure subsets to enhance cybersecurity analytics and overall security posture.Promotes security standards and supports efforts to expand and migrate to future security architecture to improve security and share learning.Level 5
Same As Level 4 With The Following Additional Qualifications :
Provides more advanced analytical capability in several security domains.Adds new components to a roadmap, documents them effectively, and directs the testing and implementation of changes.When provided with an objective to improve security in their security domain(s) and related technology, develop and implement action plans needed to effect the change.Research new technologies / products and their impact on the infrastructure, prepare a preliminary evaluation of technologies / products and associated costs, and develop and present recommendations to support anticipated future business needs.Receives security and performance data and analyzes the baselines and efficacy of installed technologies.Proposes and implements any required changes, including identifying and planning for any resulting impacts on other technologies to optimize system availability and continuity.Provides ongoing support and troubleshooting for incidents, correlations, and reporting to more junior analysts to resolve immediate security threats and / or customer needs.Provides technical leadership to project teams in their area of expertise and / or leads teams to complete projects specific to their area(s) of expertise to maximize and share learning.Provides guidance and technical coaching to less experienced staff to support effective workflow and develop technical talent.Education & Experience
Level 3
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 1 year of relevant experience.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields preferred.CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred but not required.Certifications in technology subdomains preferred but not required.Requires prior experience with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting technology systems.Proven ability to troubleshoot and support technical issues using standardized procedures.Proven ability to analyze a security risk assessment or conduct one with guidanceUnderstanding of Operating Systems and HardwareUnderstanding of TCP / IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required.Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.) preferred as needed.1 year of experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain is preferredCompetencies : Level 3
Adept : Values Diversity CollaboratesCapable : Cultivates Innovation, Customer Focus, Communicates EffectivelyFundamental Awareness : Tech Savvy, Technical SkillsLevel 4
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 3 years of relevant experience.3+ years of relevant experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain.Prefer at least one certification in the current platform / domain / technical skillsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields preferred.Current CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred but not required.Certifications in technology subdomains preferred but not required.Proven ability to independently evaluate and resolve most problems within an area of infrastructure, applications within a security domain context.Proven ability to analyze and / or conduct a security risk assessmentUnderstanding of Operating Systems and HardwareAdvanced understanding of TCP / IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required.Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.).Competencies : Level 3
Adept : Communicates Effectively, Values Diversity, CollaboratesCapable : Cultivates Innovation, Customer Focus, Tech Savvy, Technical SkillsLevel 5
Bachelor's degree required.5+ years of relevant experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain.Must possess at least one of the following professional certifications in subject domain including but not limited to : Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other related certification(s)Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields preferred.Progressive cybersecurity related accomplishmentsRequires broad technical knowledge of multiple technologies, or an in-depth knowledge of one technology, including its impact on other technologies.Proven ability to analyze and / or conduct a security risk assessmentUnderstanding of Operating Systems and HardwareAdvanced understanding of TCP / IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required.Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.) as needed.Competencies : Level 3
Advanced : Communicates Effectively, Values Diversity, CollaboratesAdept : Tech Savvy, Technical Skills, Cultivates Innovation, Customer FocusEqual Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
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